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Using health and well-being data to support improvements in mental health in schools
Welcome to the SHINE May 2025 Newsletter
- SHINE National Network Conference 2025 report
- Spotlight on problematic online behaviour - what the HBSC 2022 data tells us.
- Neurodiversity in Scottish Schools: Executive summary
- Please contribute to the national conversation about current practice around Emotionally-Based School Non-Attendance (ABSAIL project)
- Byres Hub Community Day 2025: Celebrating connections 7th June - book now!
- Scottish Guidance Association: Virtual Conference 20th Sept - book now!
SHINE Conference 2025 report
The 6th SHINE annual national conference took place on Thurs 15th May at the Clarice Pears Building in the School of Health and Wellbeing at the University of Glasgow. In the middle of Mental Health Awareness week celebrating the theme of “Community”, the SHINE conference theme was particularly relevant in considering “The social media generation – how can health research support adults’ understanding of young people’s health and wellbeing in a culture alien to their own upbringing.”
The conference sold out quickly and operated a waiting list this year. 95 delegates from SHINE schools, Local Authorities, Public Health Scotland and 3rd sector organisations mixed with health researchers throughout the day to discuss this theme, working together to understand the significant societal changes that new technologies bring and discuss how best to manage these in the schools setting. Read more
Dr Jo Inchley, SHINE Lead and Reader in Mental Health and Wellbeing, set the scene for the day by presenting a comprehensive overview of the data from the 2022 Health Behaviour in School-aged Children (HBSC) survey related to young people’s online behaviour and wellbeing. The national and international data provided an excellent context to frame the discussions in the interactive session on “Managing screens in schools.” Read the full report with photos...
Spotlight on problematic online behaviour - HBSC 2022 data
At the SHINE Conference 2025, Dr Jo Inchley presented the Health Behaviour in School-aged Children 2022 survey findings related to young people's online behaviour. Did you know that over one in ten 13 and 15 yr olds report problematic gaming?
You can see how Scotland compares to other countries for Social Media Problematic Use by accessing the HBSC international data browser here. The next HBSC data collection in Scotland will be happening in Spring 2026.
Neurodiversity in Scottish Schools: Executive summary report
The aim of phase one of the Neurodiversity in Scottish Schools was to explore how schools can become more inclusive environments through a co-produced, neuro-affirming, and systems-informed approach. The project brought together over 60 individuals from six local authorities, three NHS boards, eleven third-sector organisations, and multiple academic institutions. Importantly, lived experience was central throughout, with participation from neurodivergent young people, parents, and advocacy groups. .
Three national symposia, supported by targeted consultations and interviews, were held between June 2024 and January 2025. Participants engaged in structured and inclusive processes to identify systemic issues and collaboratively design potential solutions.
We are delighted to bring you the executive summary report below:
Please contribute to the national conversation about best practice related to Emotionally-Based School Non-Attendance
The ‘Addressing Barriers to School Attendance to Improve Long-Term Outcomes’ (ABSAIL) project aims to identify ways to improve health, social and educational outcomes for young people experiencing Emotionally Based School Non-Attendance (EBSNA) by exploring the issues from a school and family/young person perspective.
Please contribute to the national conversation about current practice associated with Emotionally-based school non-attendance by completing the ABSAIL survey (see details below). Your contribution will help us to explore examples of effective practice and how schools and related services can best support young people who are affected.
The project is led by the University of Glasgow and funded by the Chief Scientist Office of the Scottish Government. See our website for more information: www.gla.ac.uk/ABSAIL or email ebsna@glasgow.ac.uk
Byres Hub Community Day: Celebrating Connections
Welcome to the Byres Hub Community Day 2025: Celebrating Connections!
Join University of Glasgow School of Health and Wellbeing staff, students and Byres Hub community groups between 12noon and 4pm on Saturday 7th June for our third annual community day filled with fun activities, refreshments, and chat. This event is all about bringing our community together, strengthening those bonds that make Byres Hub so special and welcoming new people to the Hub from across Glasgow and beyond.
From upbeat songs to interactive activities and thought-provoking challenges, there's something for everyone to enjoy in our accessible spaces. Come meet new friends, reconnect with old ones, and celebrate the connections that make communities in Glasgow thrive with many fantastic third sector organisations in our 'Connections Marketplace'.
Mark your calendars and get ready for a day of laughter and learning. Let's make connections together at the Byres Hub Community Day 2025!
This is a drop-in event but please register for free tickets to help with planning: byreshubcommunityday2025.eventbrite.co.uk
Byres Hub is a fully accessible and inclusive space. If you have any questions, please do get in touch byreshub@glasgow.ac.uk
This event is part of Glasgow Science Festival and WestFest 2025 programmes.
Scottish Guidance Association Virtual Conference 2025
The Scottish Guidance Association ( SGA) Conference will be online this year in September 2025 in response to membership feedback. Registration is now open for the morning event on Saturday 20th September from 9.30am to 13.15pm.
The SGA is a volunteer organisation which brings together guidance teachers from all over Scotland to share practice and learn together from community partners working in the educational sector.
The programme includes:
- a national update from Education Scotland
- Adoption UK _ Foetal alcohol syndrome
- Hope Virgo - Eating Disorders
- MEd in Health and Wellbeing - University of Aberdeen
- Interactive session on internal non attendance
- YGam - Evidence-led education to help prevent gaming and gambling harm
- From GIRFEC to GIRFEE - a Social Work perspective
Online registration is now open. Tickets cost £12
All the best,
The SHINE Team
Dawn Haughton
Schools Health and Wellbeing Improvement Research Network (SHINE) Manager
E-mail: Dawn.Haughton@glasgow.ac.uk
Web: www.gla.ac.uk/shine
Twitter: @ScotlandSHINE
